Antique Warrior Figure with Spear

• Spelter - Spelter was the name given to an alloy of zinc and brass or copper used in the 19th century for statuary and lighting. It is a brittle bluish-white metal. It was used as a cheap replacement for bronze, but being brittle easily breaks and can't be repaired. When finished it can often be mistaken for bronze, but if discreet a scratch on the base displays shows a greyish colour, the metal is spelter, if a golden colour the metal is most likely bronze.
• Anthemion -
  An anthemion is a classical decorative design element based on the acanthus flower that consists of a central circular or oval motif surrounded by radiating petals or leaves. It is often used as a border or frieze in architecture, furniture, and other decorative arts. The anthemion is derived from the palmette, a motif that was popular in ancient Greek and Roman art and architecture. It is often associated with the classical world and with Neoclassical style, and it is often used to add a sense of grandeur and formality to a design. The anthemion is also known as a honeysuckle or honeysuckle ornament. It continues to be used in a variety of contexts today, and it is often admired for its elegant and decorative qualities.
  
  
• Cuirass - A cuirass is a type of body armor that covers the chest and abdomen of the wearer. It is typically made of metal, such as steel or bronze, and is designed to protect the wearer from physical attacks, such as sword strikes or arrows. The cuirass is typically composed of two parts: a breastplate, which covers the chest, and a backplate, which covers the back. The two parts are fastened together at the sides, typically with straps or buckles.
  
  It was an important part of a soldier's or knight's armor and was worn along with other parts of armor such as a helmet, gauntlets, and greaves. It was used to protect the wearer's vital organs, as well as to give them a more imposing appearance in battle.
  
  The cuirass has a long history, it was used in ancient Greece, Rome and Egypt, as well as in medieval Europe. The design and construction of cuirass changed over time, with different cultures and periods using different materials, methods, and styles. The ancient Greeks and Romans used cuirass made of bronze, while medieval European knights used cuirass made of steel.

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